The All-On-Four Dental Implant technique is a prosthetic and surgical procedure that involves the application of a twelve teeth (bridge) fixed in the jaw (dental prosthesis), based on 4 titanium or gold implants. The technique is permanent, screw-retained and may be performed as a same-day replacement for the entire lower or upper set of teeth.

Titanium vs. Gold Implants

Titanium – is placed when the jaw has natural teeth, a bridge or a denture. Mostly, when the abutment is made of the titanium, the crown placed is made of porcelain. The advantage of Porcelain-fused-to-titanium crowns with a porcelain collar won’t bare the titanium margin at the gum line when the gums recede.

Gold –a gold abutment is advised for patients with strong bites. Porcelain-fused-to-gold crowns with a porcelain collar may also eliminate the gold margin.

The All-On-4 Procedure involves:

1. Tooth or teeth Extraction. (If deemed necessary).2. Implant insertion. Placement of four dental implants may be performed immediately.3. Placement of temporary crowns. 4. Placement of permanent crowns. Once the healing period is over usually after 3-6 months, and osseointegration has taken place, the permanent fixed bridge is placed.

Who are the best candidates for an all-on-4?

Patients who:

Have significant tooth loss or decay

Have missing teeth

Have bone loss in the jaw area prevents them from getting dental implants

Have good oral health

Have no major health problems

What is the cost of All-On-4 in Americas Dental Care Costa Rica?

The costs of the all-on-4 dental implants for the upper or lower may vary. Most all-on-4 packages include dental diagnosis & consultation, complete with diagnostics such as a CT Scan & Panoramic X-Ray. Most of the time, Titanium Implants are used (due to its high biocompatibility with our body) along with a Fixed Temporary Plate, a Fixed Denture and a Surgical Guide.

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